My Dad used to say the more things change the more they really stay the same, and that’s certainly true of online education when you get right down to it.

People tend to think that online education and traditional learning are completely different from one another, but that is simply not true. Both modes of learning have quite a bit in common actually.

More and more colleges are seeing an increase on-line, but one in our area is seeing another trend… There are an increased number of active military members using online colleges to get their degree while they’re serving their country.

The Internet is giving students more access to learning than ever before. And now, many universities are offering students the option of taking courses and earning degrees online.

The average student age in the U.S. has been climbing steadily in recent years. At both Harvard and Notre Dame the average age is now 27. The University of Phoenix, which offers both online and traditional degree programs, has an average student age of 35-37. Thirty-eight percent of all college students are now 25 or older, according to a recent U.S Census Bureau report. So why has the average age been trending upward? There are several factors that have contributed to a more mature scholar.

The lines have clearly been drawn between those who champion traditional learning and those who believe online education is the only way to go. However, the truth may lie somewhere in the middle. In this real world educational romance the Capulet’s and Montague’s can coexist quite swimmingly, if you allow yourself to see the big picture and appreciate what both offer.

“I would not be able to continue with my learning if not for the world of online education.”  That was a comment I received recently from a very happy father of two who is earning his degree in Psychology.  Three things generally hold people back when it comes to furthering their education; time, money, and desire.
As a parent I fully understand the time and money element. There are staggering costs associated with daycare, and even babysitters can cost you a pretty penny these days, making it near impossible to enroll in a traditional …

According to the Babson Survey Research Group over 3.9 million students were taking at least one online course during the fall 2007 term; a 12 percent increase over the previous year. Online education is not only used as a supplement to traditional classroom learning these days, but rather, it is replacing it. The virtual classroom is getting bigger with each passing day.
Online education programs are offered to those seeking an undergraduate, graduate, or doctorate degree. Additionally, those who are looking to gain specific knowledge in a particular field can enroll …